Public Law Essentials explains the most important aspects of constitutional law in the UK. From the UK constitution to the Monarchy, and from the Scottish and UK parliaments to the parliamentary ombudsman, this is your essential guide to how constitutional law works in Scotland and the UK, and how it interacts with other areas of law.

Your guide to understanding public law in Scotland and the UK Public Law Essentials, now in its second edition in the Edinburgh Law Essentials series, is a concise study guide for students. It provides up-to-date, concise and comprehensive coverage of public law in Scotland, and whilst a significant portion of the text deals with the Scottish Parliament, it is still overwhelmingly a UK public law overview and invaluable for readers wishing to grasp the similarities and differences in public law in both jurisdictions. It is the ideal text for students who come new to the subject and for those preparing for exams, and is also an excellent resource for those who need to refresh or update their knowledge. Summary sections of Essential Facts and Essential Cases help students to identify, understand and remember the key elements of the subject. Key Features . Describes the aspects of public law specific to Scotland . Summary sections of Essential Facts and Essential Cases . Covers UK public law principles and practice Jean McFadden is Visiting Lecturer in Law at the University of Strathclyde. She is the author of Public Law Essentials (2008) and Local Government Law in Scotland: An Introduction (2008). She is co-author of Scottish Administrative Law Essentials (2006), The Scottish Parliament: An Introduction (2010) and Guide to Statutory Duties and Powers for Glasgow City Council (2015). Dale McFadzean is Lecturer in Law at the University of the West of Scotland. He is the author of Scottish Administrative Law Essentials (2006), Public Law Essentials (2007), Scots Law for Students: An Introduction (2007), An Introduction to Law and Legal Obligations, 2nd edition (2009) and Legal Method Essentials (2010). Cover design: Stuart Dalziel [EUP logo] edinburghuniversitypress.com ISBN [cover] 978-1-84586-136-0 ISBN [PPC] 978-1-4744-1092-2